Production Manager APPLY NOW

Mississauga

Full time

Company Overview

Peace Collective is a lifestyle brand that helps you look good while giving back to the causes you believe in.

Everything we do stems from our passion to make giving back easy and accessible. We produce quality apparel that looks good and does good, and in turn, makes you feel good. When you shop at Peace Collective, you’re investing in garments that stand out in more ways than one. Every garment sold gives back to the communities that need it most.

Our mission is to donate $1,000,000 to these causes by 2030

Role

The Production Manager is responsible for managing global production operations, vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective and timely manufacturing. This role oversees production planning, negotiates costs to meet target margins, ensures vendor compliance, and manages purchase orders for wholesale, new products, and replenishments. The Production & Sourcing Manager works closely with the Merchandise Planner to align production needs, tracks payment schedules, and optimizes lead times and MOQ requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor & Cost Management

Negotiate pricing and terms with overseas and local vendors to ensure costs align with target margins.
Monitor vendor compliance, ensuring adherence to quality, ethical sourcing, and delivery standards.
Identify and onboard new vendors as needed to support production scalability.

Production Planning & Execution

Collaborate with the Merchandise Planner to align production schedules with inventory needs and demand forecasts.
Oversee MOQ and lead time management to optimize production efficiency and ensure timely delivery.
Work with the Business Development team to align production timelines with wholesale commitments and client expectations.

Purchase Order Management

Submit all production POs for wholesale, new products, and replenishments.
Track all production orders, ensuring vendors meet agreed-upon deadlines and troubleshoot delays as needed.

Budgeting & Cash Flow Management

Manage production budgets established in partnership with the Merchandise Planner.
Track payment schedules, ensuring deposits and final payments align with financial planning.
Work with finance teams to maintain healthy cash flow for production operations.
Ensure costs are accurately tracked for profitability purposes

Logistics & Import/Export Oversight

Ensure smooth import/export processes, working with freight partners to optimize lead times and costs.
Coordinate shipping and logistics to avoid production and delivery bottlenecks.
Work proactively to minimize duties, delays, and unnecessary costs associated with global production.

Risk Management & Problem-Solving

Proactively identify and mitigate risks that could impact production timelines, such as supplier delays, raw material shortages, or freight disruptions.
Develop contingency plans to ensure smooth production flow in case of unforeseen issues.

Reporting & Data Analysis

Provide regular production reports to leadership, detailing key metrics such as lead times, vendor performance, and cost efficiency.
Analyze production trends and inefficiencies, recommending adjustments to improve processes.

Sustainability & Ethical Sourcing

Ensure that vendors comply with ethical labor practices and sustainable sourcing initiatives.
Work towards optimizing material waste reduction and exploring eco-friendly production alternatives.

Leadership & Collaboration

Act as the main point of contact between Peace Collective and manufacturing partners, ensuring a strong working relationship.
Work closely with internal teams (Merchandise Planning, Business Development, and Finance) to ensure production aligns with company goals.

Qualifications & Skills:

2+ years of experience in production management, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
Strong vendor negotiation and cost management skills.
Experience with MOQ, lead time management, and global production coordination.
Deep understanding of import/export, freight logistics, and supply chain compliance.
Ability to track and manage production budgets and cash flow.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work cross-functionally with internal teams.

Experience working in apparel, fashion, or eCommerce production.

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